HLTA

Flourish Education; Priorslee Village; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Flourish Education is recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 in a three-form-entry primary school in Telford. The role starts January 2027 and runs to April 2027, with potential extension for the right candidate.

You will lead lessons, support pupil progress and adapt approaches for different year groups, working with class teachers and the wider school team to provide high-quality learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Confident leading a class independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Recent UK school-based experience.
• DBS certificate Update Service or issued within last 12 months.
• Two strong references required.

Responsibilities

• Lead lessons confidently across year groups.
• Deliver engaging and creative lessons when required.
• Collaborate with teachers to support pupil progress.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and manage behaviour.
• Support pupils with learning via whole-class, small-group, and 1:1 activities.
• Follow lesson plans and school policies.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Adapt teaching to meet diverse needs.

Skills

Classroom management

Verbal communication

Independent teaching

Interpersonal skills

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Flourish Education is currently recruiting for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work in a three-form-entry primary school based in Telford.

Our client is looking for a confident and experienced HLTA to work across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, providing support across the school and covering classes when required.

The role will involve working closely with class teachers and the wider school team to ensure pupils receive high-quality support and engaging learning opportunities. You will be expected to confidently lead lessons, support pupil progress and adapt your approach to meet the needs of different year groups.

The position will start in January 2027 and continue until April 2027, with the potential for the role to be extended beyond this date for the right candidate.

The Role

As an HLTA, you will be expected to:

• Work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, supporting different year groups as required.
• Deliver engaging and creative lessons in the absence of the class teacher.
• Work alongside class teachers and Teaching Assistants to support pupils’ learning and development.
• Effectively manage pupil behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils with their learning through whole-class, small-group and 1:1 activities.
• Follow lesson plans and school policies effectively.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff across the school.
• Provide consistent support to pupils and contribute to their progress.
• Adapt teaching and learning activities to meet the needs of different pupils and year groups.

Required Skills and Experience

To be considered for this HLTA role, you must:

• Hold a relevant HLTA qualification or have equivalent experience.
• Have experience working across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2.
• Have strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Be confident leading a class independently.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have experience working in a primary school setting.
• Have recent UK school-based experience.
• Hold a DBS certificate registered on the Update Service or have a DBS certificate issued within the last 12 months.
• Be able to provide a minimum of two strong references.

Working for Flourish Education

As an HLTA with Flourish Education, you will receive a range of benefits, including:

• A competitive rate of £120 per day, depending on experience.
• Pension contributions.
• Holiday pay, with PAYE candidates accruing 12.07% of their daily rate as holiday pay.
• Free KCSIE-compliant safeguarding and Prevent Duty training, including modules covering relevant legislation, FGM and abuse.
• Regular contact and support throughout the registration process and during your placement.
• A dedicated consultant who will take the time to get to know you and support you throughout your placement.
• Free ongoing CPD opportunities to support your professional development.

Location

The school is based in Telford and has good transport links from surrounding areas, including Shifnal, Doseley and Wombridge.

Legal
Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency